Merdeka Square

The equivalent of European city squares in the Indonesian capital is Merdeka Square, a 75-hectare park encircled by lush vegetation in Central Jakarta. The square is regarded as one of the biggest in the entire world. Merdeka Square is where Jakartans congregate on lazy weekend days to enjoy the expansive space with their friends and families and get a glimpse of daily life in this busy metropolis. The National Monument is what makes Merdeka Square unique. The 132-meter-tall tower, also known as Monas, with a gold foil flame atop it represents Indonesia's fight for independence.

The National History Museum, a modest tourist destination with dioramas depicting the history of the Indonesian independence movement, is located at the base of the monument. If they are able to secure one of the few available tickets before they run out, visitors can also ride a lift to the summit of Monas every hour. On a Sunday afternoon, Merdeka Square provides the ideal setting for relaxation. See if you don't feel rejuvenated after watching pickup soccer matches, having a picnic on one of the grassy lawns, and visiting the cute spotted deer in a pen near the southeast corner.

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Address: Gambir, Central Jakarta City, Indonesia
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